Hardware Engineering Director jobs in the United States

Type and Schedule: Full-TimeAnnualized Salary Range: $183,240.00- $210,634.00 (depending on experience)About Us: Caliola is a woman-owned small business that is improving and protecting our Nation's way of life through secure collaboration and resilient communications. Our engineers, subject matter experts, and veterans are developing and delivering trusted solutions for mission-critical communications. We seek teammates who share our core values:I3 for C3 - Insight, Innovation, and Integrity & Accountability for Command, Control, and Communications We are headquartered in Colorado Springs, CO, which is consistently ranked as one of the Nation's top ten places to live by US News & World Report. Caliola has been recognized by Governor Jared Polis and the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT) as a key contributor to the growth of the Colorado Springs defense industry. We offer a flexible, collaborative, and open culture that is unusual in the defense industry. We offer generous benefits, including subsidized health insurance and 401(k) matching, and a scalable, competitive pay structure. Position Description: The primary responsibility of the Director of Hardware and Embedded Engineering is to ensure the successful execution of programs within the hardware and embedded engineering business area. Establishes processes, policies and procedures that produce high-quality software and firmware products and services. Ensures the effective and efficient execution of the hardware and embedded engineering responsibilities. Responsible for employee professional development, employee relations, conflict resolution, performance appraisals, pay reviews, and bonuses of the team. Make recommendations for employee terminations and hiring decisions. Deep knowledge of the hardware and embedded engineering function and solid knowledge of the overall hardware and embedded engineering solution function. Operates under general supervision.The Director of Hardware & Embedded Engineering is responsible for overseeing the design, development, testing, debugging, and implementation of all embedded software and hardware systems. This role involves strategic planning and engineering analysis. This role will utilize a multitude of development tools and lead the team in project milestones while adhering to approved budgets. Roles & Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with Program Managers and Technical Leads to establish project milestones and ensure project costs, schedule, and technical goals are met.
• Assist Program Managers and Technical Leads in reviewing requirements and timelines to facilitate rapid iteration and constant growth.
• Work with Program Managers to budget for appropriate project related facility resources and equipment.
• Work with Chief Scientist to develop concepts for future hardware products, to include technical writing.
• Work with Chief Scientist to fund future product development through organic growth, including proposal writing.
• Ensure all hardware and embedded engineering projects, initiatives, and processes are in conformity with the organization's established objectives.
• Function as a strategist and champion for hardware and embedded architecture and design principles.
• Utilize best practices engineering methods to provide expert technical guidance for engineering initiatives.
• Design strategies for future development projects based on the company's overall objectives and resources.
• Lead hardware and embedded engineering team by providing clear direction and maintaining accountability for the team's performance.
• Serve as a champion for each team member in supporting employee's professional development plans, and optimization of task assignments
• Provide training and technical leadership to appropriate personnel regarding equipment operations, standards, and maintenance of equipment and make sure plans are executed by qualified employees.
• Report on the status of staff development, quality, operations, potential issues, risks, and courses of actions to leadership team.
• Build relationships with internal cross-functional teams providing leadership and guidance.
• Ensure compliance with security regulations.
• Review and update policies relevant to internal systems and equipment.
• Coordinate engineering support for testing, deployment, and updates.
• Ensures that project and department milestones and goals are met while adhering to approved budgets.
  
  

Qualifications / Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a related technical field (preferred Engineering degree in Electrical Engineering, General Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline) and a minimum of 7 years' experience in Program/Project Management.
• Minimum 10 years' experience in working with or within a branch (Air Force, Army, Navy, etc.) of the Department of Defense.
• Ability to travel as needed to our DoD customers and other stakeholder facilities.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate (verbally and in writing) to our DoD customers and other stakeholders.
• Demonstrated strong analytic and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage challenging situations with grace and professionalism.
• Ability to develop strong internal and external customer relationships, prioritize efforts and achieve results.
• In depth knowledge of program & project management processes, tools and procedures including ability to quickly learn and adapt to company's Enterprise Resource Planning system (Unanet) in reporting, analyzing, and managing project spend vs. budgets, and schedule performance.
• High level of proficiency in MS Project and MS Office.
• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance issued by the US Government. Security clearances may only be granted to US citizens.
  
  

What We Value:

• Master's degree or advanced degree.
• Program Management Professional (PMP®) or comparable certification.
• Knowledgeable in FAR/DFAR/ITAR regulations and requirements.
• Defense Contractor experience.
  
  

Expression of Interest: By applying for this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities at Caliola. Should a match be identified between your skillset and Caliola's requirements for this or a future opening, you may be contacted. Location: This position will require you to work in the Colorado Springs office. Occasional telecommuting may be approved. No relocation assistance will be provided.

At Caliola, we believe that true innovation can only occur when teammates bring their authentic selves to collaborate in a supportive and encouraging environment. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.**ATTENTION RECRUITERS**Please do not contact Caliola on recruiting services related to the posted position.